A Guide To North Vancouver Municipality And Living There
The North Vancouver municipality serves and manages the city’s infrastructure and welfare. It made up of elected board members who ensure the city remain efficient and safe. The North Vancouver municipality is perhaps the reason the city ranks as a top international destination.
Real Estate
Real estate in North Vancouver is characterized by hundreds of property listings. The real estate industry serves and caters for everyone and any budget. Condos, apartments, houses to rent and houses to buy are all listed. It is one of the largest and fastest growing sectors of North Vancouver, and is attracting investors from all over. In 2009, the city was rated among the best places to live in.
Accommodation
Finding suitable and affordable housing in North Vancouver is not difficult, although you’ll need to do some research on the best accommodation. Whether you are looking to rent or buy a house, apartment or condo, Vancouver has a plethora of furnished and unfurnished options. Different accommodations come with their attributes: some within vicinity to outdoor activities, and some in secluded, quiet areas.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle in North Vancouver is depicted by different activities. The city encourages healthy and active lifestyles, and supports recreation pursuits for all residents. The North Vancouver recreation and culture commission oversees the delivery of several outdoor and indoor activities suitable for all ages, abilities and interests.
Weather conditions in North Vancouver vary and allows for different activities such as; snowboarding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The city is a blend of diverse cultures originating from England, Scotland, Ireland, Germany and Asia. As a resident or visitor you’ll get the opportunity to immerse yourself in these distinct cultures and ethnicities; you can also try out different indigenous meals in any of the many restaurants.
Villages in North Vancouver
Villages like deep cove and Lynn Valley are common references in books, websites and the locals when they talk of the north shore. These two are village-like areas within the city, but not large enough to be called districts.
Deep Cove
Nestled at the foot of Mount Seymour and next to the Indian Arm, it is a great place to relax and sightsee. Can be extremely busy on summer weekends, but has several restaurants, shops, hiking spots, parks and canoe rentals to keep you occupied. You can also get a snack from the many takeaway outlets, lie on the grass and watch different activities unfold around you. Deep Cove can be reached by taking the exit on Dollarton highway after the second narrows bridge, and going along till the end. Buses #211 or #212 will take you there.
Lynn valley
Situated on Lynn Valley Road, north of Hwy 1, this community has restaurants, shops and two parks with swimming and hiking facilities. It boasts a new plaza and library designed to provide a common meeting place for the community. You can commute there by taking exit 19 on Hwy 1 or buses #228, #210, #255 or #229.
Doing business
Whether you are looking to invest in a business or starting a new one, North Vancouver offers some of the greatest opportunities in North America with no need to commute. According to a 2013 KPMG report on competitive alternatives, Vancouver ranked 5th with an index score of 87.0, falling marginally behind the likes of Frankfurt, London, Paris and Tokyo. Canada enjoys AAA credit rating, making it one of the best places to do business. A sound financial system that is noted by low interest rates, competitiveness and stability make it a top investment destination.
Craft beer
North Vancouver recently enjoyed the opening of its 4th craft beer brewery. If you are a craft beer lover, then you won’t be disappointed as every bar in the city sells it.
Seaspan
Seaspan delivers paramount marine solutions. The company offers deep-sea and coastal transportation, ship building, bunkering and ship repair services throughout North America. The company also offers ferry and shipyard services via other affiliate shipping companies. The ideal ferry service for the north shore.
Information Links:
http://www.nvchamber.ca
http://www.lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation.com
http://www.cnv.org
http://northvanrec.com/facilities/default.aspx
http://www.cnv.org/Your-Government/Official-Community-Plan
Commuting
Although North Vancouver has several public commuter options, most people prefer driving around. Nevertheless the city has one of the highest travel times in Canada, ranking higher than the national average. Buses, taxis and trains are popular commuting services; Seabus offers ferry services, Skytrain offers a rail service throughout Vancouver and surrounding areas, and Translink manages all transportation across the city.
New North Vancouver Live MLS Listings
North Vancouver Neighborhood
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672 BEACHVIEW Drive in North Vancouver: Dollarton House for sale : MLS®# R2604005
672 BEACHVIEW Drive North Vancouver V7G 1R1 
$11,888,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2604005
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 7,203 sq. ft.
A spectacular West Coast style WATERFRONT residence designed by world-renowned architect Brian Hemingway. This breathtaking 7,203 sq ft residence offers the finest in quality & detail. Extensive beam & woodwork constructed of local old growth Douglas Fir & Pennsylvania Blue Stone seamlessly throughout. This home features custom kitchen with centre island, dining area, private office- all opening to 2,000 sqft of outdoor living with covered terraces, salt water O/D spa, Koi pond, gardens and a PRIVATE DOCK. Endless natural light on the main level from the Ridge skylight. Below features 4 ensuite bedrooms including master bedroom with 12' ceilings, large wardrobe, spa-like ensuite, games room, bar, media room, gym & much more. Minutes to Deep Cove Village, beaches & all amenities. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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901 185 VICTORY SHIP Way in North Vancouver: Lower Lonsdale Condo for sale in "CASCADE EAST AT THE PIER" : MLS®# R2518782
901 185 VICTORY SHIP Way North Vancouver V7L 0G2
$8,000,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2518782
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,934 sq. ft.
-AIR CONDITIONED- Brand New Waterfront South West facing Penthouse - Private swimming pool and hot tub - 7 Gated parking stalls Outstanding one of a kind Penthouse with stellar South West views to Vancouver, Stanley Park & the waterfront. Upon entering the spacious foyer, you'll immediately appreciate the luxurious finishing throughout; custom millwork, custom closets, power blinds, 10ft ceilings, Scavolini kitchen & 2nd Chef's kitchen. There are 4 bedrooms (4th Bedroom can be a games room), & 4 full baths. Enjoy your entertainment sized terrace (over 2,800 sq.ft) featuring a private swimming pool, hot tub and built in BBQ area. An additional over 2,900 sq.ft roof deck. Private 7 car Gated parking stalls for your car collection. Showing by appointment only, move in ready! More detailsListed by Anson Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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593 RIVERSIDE Drive in North Vancouver: Seymour NV House for sale : MLS®# R2561274
593 RIVERSIDE Drive North Vancouver V7H 1V4
$7,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2561274
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 7
- Floor Area:
- 5,505 sq. ft.
THE ONLY 1 ACRE PROPERTY IN NORTH VANCOUVER AND IT"S RIVERFRONT! Country in the City! This former equestrian property is stunning & meticulous. A ONE OF A KIND SEYMOUR RIVERFRONT Estate that offers a tasteful Synthesis Design CUSTOM BUILT HOME & FURNITURE with manicured gardens, 4169 sf on 2 levels & full crawlspace ON A FLAT LOT. Once a horse barn, the gorgeous 1336 sf CABANA was transformed into an ENTERTAINMENT AREA AND FULL SPA WITH FOUNTAIN. This property was built for excellence. Enjoy the salt water pool, spa pool & jacuzzi, outdoor kitchen & dining pavilion. If you are an avid gardener you will love the greenhouse & gardens throughout. Relax in your gazebo while listening to the soothing sounds of Seymour River. This home offers a unique living space & convenient to downtown. More detailsListed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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2796 PANORAMA Drive in North Vancouver: Deep Cove House for sale : MLS®# R2623924
2796 PANORAMA Drive North Vancouver V7G 1V6
$7,498,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2623924
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,226 sq. ft.
Elegant West Coast modern home custom built by Russell Hollingsworth sitting on a unique private waterfront property with its own 50' dock, this one of kind home was built 23 years ago to the highest of standards and shows that quality defies the hand of time! Ultimate in waterfront living with a stunning open living space like no other, spacious kitchen, beautiful dining space, lovely living area and a gorgeous wet bar all look through the floor to ceiling windows to the water and private dock for your "water toys". Spacious main floor office and a stunning limestone foyer with a floating staircase up to two lovely bedrooms each with full ensuites. Available for the first time this stunning waterfront property is truly an exceptional find and a gorgeous place to call home! More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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4438 CANTERBURY Crescent in North Vancouver: Forest Hills NV House for sale : MLS®# R2613137
4438 CANTERBURY Crescent North Vancouver V7R 3N6
$5,998,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2613137
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,510 sq. ft.
4438 CANTERBURY CRESCENT, 9 (Nine) time Finalist and Winner in Georgie Awards, Ovation Awards, and National housing award in Vancouver and Canada. This UNIQUE architecture home is designed by Mcleod Bovell Modern Houses and built by award-winning Marble Construction. The exceptional quality and modern architecture of this home offer luxury lifestyle at its finest. Award-winning landscape and modern architecture blend with world-class interior design. Creative window design in this home adds instant contemporary appeal, beautiful mountain views, and better natural light for the interior space. Unique metal structure design offers modern rooflines with large cantilevers and overhangs. An ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE with the HIGHEST QUALITY of construction in Edgemont Village. More detailsListed by Angell, Hasman & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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4483 LIONS Avenue in North Vancouver: Canyon Heights NV House for sale : MLS®# R2605758
4483 LIONS Avenue North Vancouver V7R 3S7
$5,898,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2605758
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 7,107 sq. ft.
Edgemont's modern masterpiece meets open concept living. Just steps away from world renown Grouse Mountain, Capilano suspension bridge, and Cleveland dam this stunning 7 bedroom, 8 bath nearly 7,140 square foot home has everything to offer. An enormous flat & private backyard opening into the creek and trees encompassing the property, covered patios, outdoor kitchen, and folding doors create a modern escape into indoor/outdoor living.This one-of-a-kind Estate home is complete with a custom designed chef and spice kitchen ; Subzero Wolf top-of-the-line appliances, grand entry with 20 foot high ceiling, Skylights,private theatre room, home office, Control 4, Euroline windows and doors. Real Walnut 9 foot high front door , steamer and body jets & rain showers, Generator backup and much more. The exquisite master bedroom and spa-like ensuite are equipped with spectacular views of stunning green belt and Grouse mountain, that lines the backyard creating the perfect vacation scene. More detailsListed by Nationwide Realty Corp. - Aedis Realty
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- 604-657-1111
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5772 SUNSHINE FALLS Lane in North Vancouver: Woodlands-Sunshine-Cascade House for sale : MLS®# R2613401
5772 SUNSHINE FALLS Lane North Vancouver V7G 2T9
$5,880,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2613401
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,291 sq. ft.
Spacious deck over astonishing and panoramic view of Indian Arm. Rare & exclusive water front home with private dock. Tasteful & luxurious home of 3291 sf on a 34,552 sf lot with infinity pool, boathouse and deep water moorage with 32 ft dock. Completely renovated in 2008 and professionally maintained. Open concept floor plan with high-end appliances, solid cedarwood floor and central air conditioning. 4 bedrooms above offers great living experience for your family & guests. More detailsListed by Multiple Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1949 ST. GEORGES Avenue in North Vancouver: Central Lonsdale House for sale : MLS®# R2583391
1949 ST. GEORGES Avenue North Vancouver V7L 4P8
$5,775,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2583391
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,786 sq. ft.
Boutique development site opportunity. Residential Level 5 Medium Density in the OCP! Potential to build a mid rise multi-family rental building with a mix of unit sizes.. FSR of 1.6 plus a maximum increase of 1.0 for a total of 2.6 FSR considered if public benefits are provided as per Section 2.2 of the OCP. Include 2 rental units at 10% below market and/or a private daycare. Build, hold and manage or build and sell a fully tenanted. A very popular asset to own! Great area, only 1 block to Lonsdale. Centrally located, super convenient to stores, public transportation and schools. No need for cars here! No sign at sellers request. More detailsListed by Dexter Realty - Aedis Realty
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705 175 VICTORY SHIP Way in North Vancouver: Lower Lonsdale Condo for sale : MLS®# R2561281
705 175 VICTORY SHIP Way North Vancouver V7L 0G1
$5,580,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2561281
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,046 sq. ft.
Spectacular residence with outstanding views South, West and East of Vancouver and the waterfront. This suite has a beautiful and functional layout with over 3,000 sq.ft. all on one level. Huge living/dining area with a wet bar, 3-4 bedrooms and office. Entertainers dream with a chef's prep kitchen and display kitchen. Live a carefree lifestyle steps to everything, shops, restaurants, Lonsdale Quay fresh market and the Seabus. Enjoy your VIP privileges at the adjacent Pinnacle Pier Hotel and use of the Hotel's amenities including 80 ft lap pool, gym, steam room and sauna. If it's all about location, lifestyle and quality are important then this is the place to be! More detailsListed by Luxmore Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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989 DEMPSEY Road in North Vancouver: Braemar House for sale : MLS®# R2621301
989 DEMPSEY Road North Vancouver V7K 3C9
$5,500,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2621301
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 5,345 sq. ft.
Truly one of a kind. An outstanding home with SWEEPING VIEWS on a huge (12,500 sq ft) private lot adjacent to greenspace, affording complete privacy. Beautifully and tastefully redone, there is absolutely nothing left to do but indulge in the luxury. This gorgeous home offers grand entry, elegant living and dining, a chefs style kitchen, and family room that flows to a fabulous deck that runs the width of the house. Upstairs offers 4 bedrooms including a principle suite that will have you feeling like you are in a fine hotel! The lower level has a gym, billiards room, bar, office, guest accommodation. Walk out to the level garden and enjoy the quiet serenity of this spectacular property. Views, space, and quality this is a true gem of the North Shore! Your buyers will not be disappointed! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Realty - Aedis Realty
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